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Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
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Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900. Creator: Unknown
Coal dumping plant, Conneaut, Ohio, ca 1900
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This photograph, taken around 1900, captures the bustling activity of the coal dumping plant in Conneaut, Ashtabula County, Ohio, United States. The image, created by an unknown photographer, offers a glimpse into the early days of the coal industry in America. The coal dumping plant, operated by an unidentified company, was likely a crucial part of the transportation network that fueled the industrial growth of the United States. The plant was located near the waterfront, with a railway line and railway tracks running parallel to the dock. Coal was transported to the plant via railroad and then unloaded from the trains and dumped onto the dock, ready to be loaded onto boats for transportation to various destinations. The photograph shows several men working at the plant, operating hoisting machinery to move the coal from the trains to the dumping area. The coal is piled high on the dock, creating a stark contrast against the gray water of the lake. In the background, a train can be seen approaching the plant, loaded with more coal to be unloaded and transported. The photograph is a testament to the hard work and determination of the men who labored in the coal industry during the early 20th century. It also highlights the importance of the coal industry in powering the economic growth of the United States during this period. The image is a valuable historical record and a reminder of the heritage and industrial history of Conneaut, Ohio, and the United States as a whole.
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